Local Happenings Across Town This Week
Mrs Hobbs and daughter Laura of Roxboro visit with Mr and Mrs Tommie Gates. Catherine Hutchinson spends days in Wadesboro. Families from Rich Square Weldon Portsmouth and Frankin enjoy travels. Fidelis Class meets at Mary Vincents home. Hay ride to Colerain Beach ends with swimming and songs. Local residents visit relatives in Virginia New York and other towns.
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Mrs. Hobbs
Laura of
Roxboro
Tommie Gates
Fidelis
Roanoke Rapide Baptist Church
Mary Vincent
Lee Steant
Missesine Butler
Izetta Futtell
Inez Williams
Lottie Lynch
Maeibson
Mesdames
E. C. Padgett
J. Rice
Jones
Julian Bell
H. B. Hay Goss
Marrow Faison
G. E
Moss
Colerain Beach
Elisses Olson and
Tudor
Gay Mose
Roger Netett
Cael Bester
Clarence Loomis
Earl Keeter
James Lynch
Buck Loomis
Thurman Hux
Ma Vincent
Joe le Philip Paul
David Kelly
Be Hux
Dick Moss
and Mis
Woman's Club Event Noted at Rome Meeting
A Rome gathering of the Welfare Woman’s Club was reported Monday afternoon with a pleasant display and comments on the welfare program. Members showcased efforts and discussed upcoming activities.
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Rome Oears
Unnamed Data Row From Historical OCR Summary
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Legion Jrs Take Three In Busy Week At Rich Square
The American Legion Juniors of Tamask Post defeated Rich Square town team 8-5 at Rich Square last Thursday. Ollie Acree pitched well until the seventh, Lefty Starkes finished with no-hits for the rest. Allsbrooy delivered two triples. In the second game Everette held the Dink to one hit in nine frames as the Legion rapped four off Ernet Lee. Outland of All Stars played for the Dink. Junior Bascos beat Roanoke Rapids. Browning pitched well for the losers but backed by poor defense. Acree earned his third straight win with strong support from teammates.
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American Legion
Tamask Post
Rich Square
Ollie Acree
Legion Hander
Newton
E Rapids
Starkes
W. Dickens
Roanoke Rapids Defeats Graham 6-5 in Extra Innings
Roanoke Rapids edged Graham 6-5 in a tight game last Saturday. Pete Ferrell delivered a clutch single in the seventh to score the winning run, with Crowder pitching in relief as Roanoke Rapids outplayed Graham on the base paths and defense.
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Ndson
Pete Ferrell
Gra- 6
Crowder
Cers
Proper Care of Auto Makes It Last Longer
Life of an automobile depends on owners and service by Tri Star Co and local Ford dealers in Roanoke Raphidy. Emphasizes care, precise Ford parts, and high standard service by trained mechanics. Card of thanks from Stephenson family and a bridge party hosted by Mrs. J P Griffin.
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Wards
Tristar Co
Ford
Roanoke Raphidy
Edwards
Honor of Her House Guest Frances Sharpe of Roanoke Rapids
The living room tables were decorated with gladioli and tiger lilies as bridge was played for hours. Prizes were awarded with Miss Frances Sharpe winning the high score for ladies and Mr Griffin the high prize for men. A shoulder corsage was given to the guest of honor and an ice course served at the close.
Boxing Show Delivers Close Draws and KOs
Johnson failed to answer the bell in the third as Out land won by technical knockout. Kimrey of Roanoke Rapids defeated Bill Benton of Suffolk for the final decision after a fast first round exchange. Husky Johnson of Guilford College lost a wrestling bout to Spud Wade of Baltimore in a fifteen minute, high speed clash that Wade finished with an arm lock. Wade thrilled local fans and could draw another match.
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Johnson
Outland
Ted Kimrey
Roanoke Rapids
Bill Benton
Suffolk
Kimrey
Guilford College
Spud Wade
Baltimore
Wade
State Takes Over Roads Plan Moves County Transfers
The state advances toward taking over forty five thousand miles of county roads and four thousand county prisoners as the highway department restructures since adjournment. The plan aims for completion by July 1.
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Hughway Department
State highway reorganization praised for efficiency
The commission outlines a district based structure with every mile of road assigned to a maintenance supervisor, ensuring accountability from county to the State Highway Department. It notes rapid setup in thirty days, with changes expected, and commends counties for cooperation while urging patience as July 1 approaches.
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State Highway Department
State Highway Commission
Highway Department
Administration
Jeffress
Ames
For Sale Underwood and Corona Portable Listings
For sale items include an Underwood typewriter in good as new condition priced at 50 dollars and a Corona portable in A1 condition at 1750 dollars. Reply to box 381 Roanoke Rapids North Carolina with reference to 41 July 16 payment or inquiry.
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Underwood
Corona
Roanoke Rapids
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Wadesboro
Larry Jordan
Sir Bryant
Rosa Clyde
James Thomas
Z. E. Bryant
C. H. Davis
Elizabeth
Woodville
Lewiston
Irene Durmer
Weldon
Nita Turner
Herey Mus and
M. Cargon Mills
Veld
N. Underwood
Mrs. Thurman Wood
Caswell and
Concord
E.R. Pearson
Gladys
Fitzrugh
Daniel and
Rudolph Edwards
Lawrenceville, Va
Mr. Gru. Brewer
Henry Woo
William Hery
Ruoy Brown
Portsmouth
W. S. Burnette
Thelma Burnette
Zell Emil Burnette
Garysburg
John Burd
D. L. Balmer
Mildred, M. Norwood
Colerain
Buss Hux
Alice Taylor
Edna Hux
Simpie Lowe
Hosa Hux
Virgie Elmore
Opha Stacy
Southwestern, Va
Henry Taylor
Bonnie Miller
Betty Carpenter
Ocean View
Mrs. C. ©. Jernigan
Nellies Mae
Franklin, Va
Mrs. W. E. Lewter
New York City
Woman’s Club
Collec
Roan GF
Halifax Builders Supply Co
Long & Wyche
Avon J. A
A. J. Massey
Roanoke
Jackson St
Roanoke Rapids Properties
Jefferson St
Washington St
Hamilton St
East Side Ave
Wells D. Tillery Company
J. W. Whittaker
Harry Waldo
W. M. Hockaday
J. J. Matthews
P. S. Rock
Washinon
1St St
J. K. Dickens
H. C. Draper
Monroe S
Jefferson C. G. Edgerton
C.b. Press
Legion Jrs
Legion Post
Graham
Lon Eeinanais
Betty Florence
D. B Stephenson
J.P. Griffin
Wilkerson Avenue
Norfolk
Seaboard Air Li
Thompson
Rosemary
Jackson Street
NEW Bakery Bakers
Oanoke Rapids
North Carolin
Goodyear Dealers
Akron Ohio
Washington, D. C
Goodyear
Goodyear Pathfinders
H.D
H. E. Jackson
Paul Woodruff
Frank Hudson
Joyner Motor CO
Roanoke Rapids, N. C
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